The WORST episodes of New Scandinavian Cooking

Every episode of New Scandinavian Cooking ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of New Scandinavian Cooking!

The best of Nordic cuisine and culture come to life in New Scandinavian Cooking. The show broadens the scope of Scandinavian cuisine to encompass the delicacies and destinations of the entire Nordic region, including Finland, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and Greenland— and even brief forays to Iceland and the Cognac region of France. A rotating cast of Scandinavia’s best-known cooking personalities guide viewers through each adventure. These charming and enlightening hosts share the culinary highlights, history and unusual ingredients of Nordic cuisine. In each episode, one host embarks on a culinary adventure to intriguing locations in the Nordic countries and beyond before creating tantalizing recipes outdoors, against majestic backdrops.

Last Updated: 10/30/2024Network: PBSStatus: Ended
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The Cognac of the North
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#1 - The Cognac of the North

Season 4 - Episode 10 - Aired 3/10/2007

Andreas travels from Norway to France in search of one of his country's favorite drinks. In front of the Castle of Triac in Cognac, Andreas slow-cooks elk meat with a dash of brandy, then serves it with a modern French cognac beurre (butter) chantilly.

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#2 - Göta Kanal: The Crayfish Party

Season 3 - Episode 13 - Aired 11/26/2005

Tina invites us to a Swedish crayfish party. The beautiful backdrop is Göta Canal, which runs through Sweden like a blue ribbon.

To the Lighthouse
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#3 - To the Lighthouse

Season 4 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/6/2007

Andreas visits a remote lighthouse on the island of Fedje in Western Norway, where he makes a colorful soup. With the beautiful Atlantic coastline as a backdrop, Andreas makes the best of the local shellfish, including langoustine, or Norwegian lobster.

The World’s Best Sausages
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#4 - The World’s Best Sausages

Season 4 - Episode 2 - Aired 1/13/2007

In the region of Ryfylke in South-Western Norway, Andreas prepares sausages by the fjord, creates a flavor-packed homemade ketchup and mixes a shockingly elegant drink on a glacier.

Back in Paradise
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#5 - Back in Paradise

Season 4 - Episode 3 - Aired 1/20/2007

Andreas visits his family's hometown on the southern tip of Norway, where he spends his summers living off the land. Using ingredients from his own pantry, Andreas prepares honey-glazed smoked duck with vegetables, and artichokes with wild garlic mayonnaise.

The Flatlands
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#6 - The Flatlands

Season 4 - Episode 4 - Aired 1/27/2007

In the flatlands of Lista in Southern Norway, Andreas makes his favorite pancakes from his grandmother's recipe. Andreas also goes underwater to catch a turbot, a flatfish he later prepares with an elegant combination of vanilla and root vegetables.

The World is My Scallop
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#7 - The World is My Scallop

Season 4 - Episode 6 - Aired 2/10/2007

Andreas visits the archipelago of Frøya off the coast of Norway in search of some of the world's best shellfish. He first prepares a delicious fried scallop appetizer, and later he makes Norwegian-style sushi using fresh delicacies straight from the sea.

Fighting Geese
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#8 - Fighting Geese

Season 4 - Episode 7 - Aired 2/17/2007

In one of the most fertile regions in Norway, Andreas serves two different pâtés and a roasted duckling to the owner of one of the oldest farms in the area.

The Pearl of Fjords
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#9 - The Pearl of Fjords

Season 4 - Episode 8 - Aired 2/24/2007

Andreas visits the Geiranger Fjord, arguably the most beautiful fjord in the world. He fishes in a small stream to illustrate that prickly nettle plants can be more than just a nuisance. Later, he gives us a glimpse into how farmers of the past eked out an existence atop the steep fjord cliffs.

Milk Seeking Eternity
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#10 - Milk Seeking Eternity

Season 4 - Episode 9 - Aired 3/3/2007

Andreas investigates Norwegian dairy traditions in the footsteps of one of the country's first female entrepreneurs. Later, Andreas takes on the popular pesto sauce, paraglides through the dramatic valleys of western Norway and even milks a cow to create the freshest possible milkshake.

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#11 - Goteborg: Fish Capital

Season 3 - Episode 12 - Aired 11/19/2005

Gothenburg is the fish capital of Sweden. Tina visits the fish church and tells you about shrimps and cod related to the city. The show has a lot of seafood, and cod and shrimps are important ingredients.

Salmon River
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#12 - Salmon River

Season 4 - Episode 11 - Aired 3/17/2007

Andreas rediscovers his primordial instincts as he attempts to catch a salmon with his bare hands - and cooking the fish over an open fire just minutes later. Andreas also creates a favorite Norwegian dish, pollock with caramelized onions, and offers both modern and classic ways to prepare lamb.

The River is My God
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#13 - The River is My God

Season 4 - Episode 12 - Aired 3/24/2007

Andreas devotes this episode to the indigenous Sami people of Norway and to the great produce found in the northernmost region of the country. Traveling up the crystal clear Alta River, Andreas finds a novel way to cook salmon. He also prepares a sinfully rich dark chocolate cake and dishes containing local game.

Buffet
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#14 - Buffet

Season 4 - Episode 13 - Aired 3/31/2007

Andreas travels with the historic Hurtigruta cruise ship to present highlights from the current season of New Scandinavian Cooking.

The Rich South
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#15 - The Rich South

Season 5 - Episode 1 - Aired 5/5/2007

This show takes us to the spectacular marshlands of the southern part of Jutland. Claus makes a cool Nordic salad of lamb and Roemoe shrimps with dark rye bread croutons. At the beautiful watergate right on the German border, he also prepares sausages and Claus investigates the rich pastry tradition of the region.

Food Where the Lilacs Bloom
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#16 - Food Where the Lilacs Bloom

Season 5 - Episode 2 - Aired 5/12/2007

This show takes us to Fåborg in early spring. Claus visits the stylish Steensgaard Manor, where he makes an unforgettable rhubarb trifle. We also go to the beach, where people gather to catch shrimps with fish nets. On the menu is barbecued beef and old-school, crispy croustades filled with Danish spring vegetables: asparagus, peas and pointed cabbage.

White Gold
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#17 - White Gold

Season 5 - Episode 3 - Aired 5/19/2007

This program takes us to the small islands of Samsø and Læsø. Claus discovers a 800 year old salt boiling tradition, and shares with us the very best recipe for "boiled potatoes". We also get to see the local crayfish catchers at work. The beautiful port of Vesterø is the backdrop when the crayfish is baked in salt with shallots and sweetened with local honey from a nearly lost species of bees. Claus also makes a delicious dish with the legendary Læsø Ham.

Cooking of Light
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#18 - Cooking of Light

Season 5 - Episode 4 - Aired 5/26/2007

In this program, Claus goes to the beaches of The Skaw, the northernmost point of Denmark! He serves up some stylish fish cakes with rye bread and his own remoulade. He also visits the lively fish market before he sets up his kitchen in the chic port of The Skaw. Flatfish is on the menu, and he serves it with potatoes, butter sauce and pickled berries.

Sunny Strawberries and Golden Rapeseed Oil
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#19 - Sunny Strawberries and Golden Rapeseed Oil

Season 5 - Episode 5 - Aired 6/2/2007

Claus takes us to the stunning island of Bornholm. Claus gets on his bike and heads down to the rocks. He sets up his barbeque and makes a surprising dish with herring, pickled green strawberries and mustard seeds. We visit a smokery before Claus serves a menu of golden pancakes, strawberries and a vanilla parfait that will not be easily forgotten.

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#20 - Highlights from the First and Second Seasons

Season 2 - Episode 13 - Aired 11/27/2004

Memorable scenes from the first two seasons.

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#21 - Honey-Coated Lamb. But First Catch the Wild Sheep

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 5/10/2003

Andreas introduces you to the beautiful historic commercial centre of Bergen called Bryggen, and its traditional fish market. The main event of the day, however, is boating to a small island in the Arctic Ocean to catch wild sheep and lamb for the main course. Stewed lamb and cabbage; fish chowder; honey-coated leg of lamb.

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#22 - Merry Christmas – A Seasonal Feast in Santa’s Home Town

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 5/17/2003

The Christmas spirit is all over Røros. Gravlax, aged trout, Christmas pork rib, rice pudding.

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#23 - Salmon from the Queen of Rivers

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 6/7/2003

Salmon carpaccio with lingonberries, sour cream and lemon zest, smoked salmon, salmon roe, oven-baked salmon.

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#24 - A Midsummer Night’s Meal In the Fjords of Oslo

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 6/14/2003

Shrimp cocktail; garlic-ginger grilled steak; homemade ice cream

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#25 - In the Heart of Fjordland With Goat Cheeses and Venison

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 6/21/2003

Dishes with goat cheeses, including cheese and apple pie; venison steak.

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